Posted: Wed Aug 05, 2009 10:48 am
Hi All
I am considering purchasing a plot of land for a self-build project. The access (driveway) to the plot will be down the side of an existing building across a side slope. The drive will be 30M long plus splay at the road (30mph zone) and turning area in front of garage. I expect the drive will be about 3m wide, but may have to be wider to allow delivery lorries to bring in materials. Due to the side slope (approx 20% or 1 in 5) it will be necessary to build a retaining wall to either support the slope above the drive (if I cut into the hill) or to build up the lower edge of the drive.
Now I realise I'm asking how long is a piece of string type question but can anyone give an indication of the likely cost additions to a 'standard straight and level' drive?
I am considering purchasing a plot of land for a self-build project. The access (driveway) to the plot will be down the side of an existing building across a side slope. The drive will be 30M long plus splay at the road (30mph zone) and turning area in front of garage. I expect the drive will be about 3m wide, but may have to be wider to allow delivery lorries to bring in materials. Due to the side slope (approx 20% or 1 in 5) it will be necessary to build a retaining wall to either support the slope above the drive (if I cut into the hill) or to build up the lower edge of the drive.
Now I realise I'm asking how long is a piece of string type question but can anyone give an indication of the likely cost additions to a 'standard straight and level' drive?